Hoops Bolster Squad With North Capture

Shamrock Rovers have swooped to secure the signature of striker Danny North from Sligo Rovers for the 2015 season.

The former St Patrick’s Athletic and Grimsby Town forward put pen to paper on a deal with the Hoops last night.

North had been training with Grimsby Town in recent weeks, but has decided to continue in the Airtricity League with Shamrock Rovers.

The 27-year-old is Pat Fenlon’s second new signing of the off-season, following in the footsteps of Keith Fahey.

Commenting on signing for the club, North said: “I’m buzzing that it’s sorted out and I’ve officially joined Shamrock Rovers. I can just get the head down now and enjoy starting afresh at a new club. When the season ended I felt I needed a fresh start and so I was happy to talk to Pat. He spoke to me about his plans and ambitions for the club and he feels I’ll do well here, so it didn’t take me too long to decide to join. I am very impressed with the ambition here at the club and I hope to play a part in success next season.”

Shamrock Rovers can also confirm that the club has re-signed Ryan Brennan, Patrick Cregg, Sean O’Connor, Simon Madden and Gary McCabe.